NYPD Officer's Father Suffers Stroke After Son's Death; Wife Hospitalized After Manhattan Shooting

Jul 29, 2025 United States United States News
NYPD Officer's Father Suffers Stroke After Son's Death; Wife Hospitalized After Manhattan Shooting

Following the Manhattan shooting that killed NYPD officer Didarul Islam, his father suffered a stroke, and his pregnant wife was hospitalized.

NYPD Officer's Father Suffers Stroke After Son's Death; Wife Hospitalized

The tragic consequences of the Manhattan shooting, which resulted in the deaths of five individuals including NYPD officer Didarul Islam, continue to emerge.

Upon receiving the devastating news of his son's death, Didarul Islam's father experienced a stroke and is currently receiving medical care in a hospital.

Officer's Wife Also Hospitalized

The officer's pregnant wife was also admitted to the hospital due to the severe emotional distress caused by the tragic incident.

Officer Islam, who dedicated three years to the NYPD's 47th Precinct in the Bronx, was fatally shot in the lobby of a 44-story building on Park Avenue when a gunman initiated gunfire.

The perpetrator, Shane Devon Tamura, ended his own life after fatally shooting four other people and injuring one.

Emergency Response and Condolences

The incident prompted a significant emergency response, with numerous agencies deploying to the scene. Originally from Bangladesh, Officer Islam had relocated to the United States in pursuit of a brighter future.

Both President Trump and Mayor Adams have conveyed their sympathies to the bereaved family and the NYPD.

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